A number of Asian markets fluctuated in a narrow range, while the dollar was steady against the euro after strengthening last week and higher against the yen. Oil and gold prices were little changed.

Tokyo’s market got a boost after the country’s exports posted their smallest fall in 14 months with the help of robust Asian demand. The news raised hopes that a turnaround in Japan’s export sector, the engine of the country’s economy, is sustainable.

Sentiment in the region was dampened by sluggish sessions in Hong Kong and Shanghai. Investors were spooked by signs China’s government may step up restrictions on the booming real estate sector and the country’s banks may have to raise billions in new capital.

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